Hostels in El Nido

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Travel insights for hostels in El Nido

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What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in El Nido?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in El Nido is June ($9). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in El Nido is December ($66).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in El Nido?

The cheapest day to stay in El Nido is Thursday ($20). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Monday, when the average nightly price is $113.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in El Nido?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 69 days before your trip to El Nido. The lowest price found when booking 69 days ahead was $22 per night.

Cheapest hostels in El Nido, Philippines

Discover affordable stays in El Nido that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in El Nido can be found for as low as $39 per night. There is currently one property in El Nido that can be booked for this price. Outpost Beach Hostel is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in El Nido. Price data was last updated on 27 May 2026
Out of the hostels in El Nido we've come across, these properties are priced the lowest. Prices can differ depending on the dates selected, so use the search form to browse more options if you have flexibility.
Sitio Lugadia, El Nido, Philippines
2.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$39
Avg. per night
Nacpan Beach, Palawan, El Nido, Philippines
15.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$41
Avg. per night
Corong-Corong Pob. (Brgy 4), El Nido, Philippines
2.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$42
Avg. per night
Balinsasayaw Road Corner Calle Real, El Nido, Philippines
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Air conditioning
$63
Avg. per night

Other accommodations in El Nido

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Caalan, Barangay Masagana, El Nido, Philippines
1.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$207
Avg. per night
Rizal Street, Palawan, El Nido, Philippines
0.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$129
Avg. per night
Brgy. Corong-Corong, El Nido, Philippines
2.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$131
Avg. per night
Amboy Street, Barangay Buena Suerte, Palawan, El Nido, Philippines
0.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Airport shuttle
$53
Avg. per night
Zone 1, El Nido, Philippines
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$44
Avg. per night
Balinsasayaw Road Corner Calle Real, El Nido, Philippines
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Air conditioning
$63
Avg. per night
Cauayan Island, Bacuit Bay, El Nido, Philippines
10.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$721
Avg. per night
Lot 2, Brgy. Corong Corong, El Nido, Philippines
2.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$75
Avg. per night
Calle Hama, Brgy. Masagana, El Nido, Philippines
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$92
Avg. per night

Where to stay in El Nido

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Facts about staying in El Nido

Find useful tips and insights about staying in El Nido to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 27 May 2026.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in El Nido?

    $38/night is an average price for a hostel in El Nido throughout the year. Hostel prices do vary, and you’ll find that in May is the most expensive month to book, and in June is the cheapest month to book. Our users recently found El Nido hostels for as low as $9/night. In general, El Nido hostels for $33 or less are a good deal.

  • What’s the best hostel in El Nido?

    Based on rated reviews, the best hostel in El Nido is Spin Designer Hostel - El Nido. 2,583 users from HotelsCombined gave the Spin Designer Hostel - El Nido a 8.7/10 rating.

  • What hostel is closest to El Nido Airport?

    The closest El Nido hostel to El Nido Airport is Spin Designer Hostel - El Nido, which is 3.5 km away.

  • What area of El Nido is most popular to stay in?

    Downtown is the most popular area of El Nido to stay in. In the past year, 16% of HotelsCombined users looking for El Nido hostels searched within Downtown. Frida Ka is a popular hostel in Downtown if you choose to stay in the area.

  • Should I stay in a El Nido hostel?

    Aside from the fact that El Nido hostels tend to be more affordable than other stay types, they also have a more lively social scene. This social environment is perfect for individuals, couples, and even families who are looking to meet fellow travellers in El Nido.

  • Does El Nido have hostels with “Air-conditioned” listed as an amenity?

    2 hostels in El Nido currently have “Air-conditioned” as a listed amenity. We recommend booking Outpost Beach Hostel, which is the most popular hostel in El Nido with this amenity.

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